Solicitor - Court of Protection (Welfare) - Remote / Wales - 3+ Years PQE
Location: Wales
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 to £65,000 + performance based bonus
A leading, award winning full service law firm is seeking an experienced Court of Protection (welfare) Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its highly successful and nationally recognised team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within one of the largest Legal Aid providers in Wales, with a Court of Protection practice ranked in Chambers & Partners for several years.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing and growing a contentious Court of Protection caseload, including:
- Managing contested Mental Capacity Act 2005 matters before the Court of Protection
- Preparing and managing complex Legal Aid funding applications and privately funded litigation
- Providing strong advocacy and maintaining excellent relationships with specialist barristers
- Supporting departmental growth and contributing to business development initiatives
- Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency procedures and standards
- Delivering exceptional client care with empathy and professionalism, particularly when supporting vulnerable clients
Flexible working patterns are available, including nationwide remote working for candidates able to support the team's growth across England and Wales.
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with:
- A current Practising Certificate
- 3+ years PQE in Court of Protection (welfare) matters (flexible for strong candidates)
- Proven experience managing a contentious Court of Protection caseload
- Strong advocacy skills
- Excellent understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Court of Protection practice and human rights legislation
- Strong working knowledge of Legal Aid Agency procedures and compliance
- A following or established reputation within the Court of Protection welfare space (advantageous)
- A compassionate, client focused and professional approach
Benefits
The firm offers:
- Competitive salary with above market base and bonus scheme
- Genuine career progression and structured routes to leadership
- 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays
- An additional day off for your birthday
- Legal fees discount
- Hybrid working across South Wales offices and remote working options
- Supportive, ambitious environment within a multi award winning practice
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
